Notice Regarding the Status of Share Buyback

Overview of the Share Buyback

This is a notice regarding the acquisition of treasury stock pursuant to Article 165, Paragraph 2 of the Companies Act. The target is common stock, with a total number of shares 1,774,500 and a total acquisition value of 3,058,843,628 yen, conducted from July 1, 2026, to July 31, 2026 via market purchases. The above, based on the July 13, 2026 Board of Directors meeting resolution, sets an upper limit of 16,000,000 shares (4.60% of issued shares) and a maximum acquisition value of 20,000,000,000 yen. As of July 31, 2026, cumulative acquisitions stand at 4,834,000 shares with a total acquisition value of 8,127,913,659 yen.

Impact on Investors and Outlook

This action can be interpreted as part of shareholder return through treasury stock acquisition. It is expected to help prevent dilution and contribute to stock price stability. The cumulative acquisition is about 30% of the resolution limit, and future additional acquisitions depend on the Board’s policy. Acquisitions via market purchases are positioned as a measure to enhance shareholder value while minimizing impact on the stock price.